Welcome to For The Curious: our curated, insider lists of what to see (and do and taste) duringyour Colony Palms experience. We’ve done the planning, so you can focus on the exploring.

SAVOR

Seared scallops with creamy Marsala and strawberries. Bacon flights. Date margaritas with blackberry agave. On the radar for its growing food scene, Palm Springs is full of innovative dishes in oh-so-cool spots. Our local-cuisine insiders have curated highlights of some of the best dining (and cocktailing) in town—from classic favorites to new hotspots. Tastefully curious, indeed.

ADVENTURE

Palm Springs is more than a desert hideaway for relaxation and poolside lounging; it’s also an adventurer’s paradise. We’ve shortlisted the best-of for getting beyond the cabana—from open-air Jeep tours on a private ranch, to the hardest hike in the world, to biplane flights soaring over the city.

LEARN

From provocative modern art exhibits to mid-century modern estate tours and vintage shops, Palm Springs is home to a juxtaposition of old and new that makes for storied exploration. Our curated list highlights the best-of stops for checking out the area’s unique culture—and for hanging out like a local.